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Pagaruyung Palace: Palace Facts West Sumatra, Indonesia

Trip Dalgano - Destination | Hello friends, on this occasion we will discuss the topic of the province of West Sumatra, namely Unique Facts about Pagaruyung Palace in West Sumatra, Indonesia. This destination is a tourist spot that is very suitable to spend vacation time and unwind from daily activities, this destination also presents the uniqueness of the city of Padang. Given that the Provinces of Aceh and North Sumatra are no less interesting than their natural destinations, read Destinations in Aceh. And more about the 5 Best Travel Destinations in North Sumatra, Indonesia.

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This is Pagaruyung Palace: Palace Facts West Sumatra, Indonesia

Facts about Pagaruyung Palace

Facts about Pagaruyung Palace



A magnificent palace stands in the city of Batusangkar, Tanah Darat, West Sumatra, named Istana Bas Pagaruyung. Thick with Minang specialties, the Basa palace or known as the Pagaruyung Palace is in the form of the Gadang House. Complete with gonjong, pointed ends on the roof like horns. Maintaining its traditional values, 11 gonjongs decorate the roof of this palace. Uniquely, this 11 gonjong are made of 26 tons of palm fiber. This large stilt house is three stories high. Each floor has its own specialties.

The splendor of Pagaruyung

The splendor of Pagaruyung

The splendor of Pagaruyung



The Pagaruyung Basa Palace stands firmly with 72 pillars. The interior of the Basa Palace is dominated by glazed wood. Wooden ornaments look at the interior of the Baso palace. This wood material is supported by 60 carvings that explain the philosophy and culture of Minangkabau. If you look at it in more detail, the pillars in the Baso Palace do not stand upright. The pole is tilted to the left and some are tilted to the right. This serves so that the pillars in the Pagaruyung Basa Palace can withstand earthquakes.

Original building

Original building

Original building



The current Palace Basa Pagaruyung is not the original building. The original building is in Bukit Batu Patah. The original palace building was consumed by fire. Luckily, some relics are still there that are saved and stored properly. The palace building that stands in Tanah Datar is also no less attractive and magnificent than the original building.

Be a place to rest and eat with Tour de Singkarak athletes

Be a Place to rest and eat with Tour de Singkarak athletes

Be a Place to rest and eat with Tour de Singkarak athletes



Pagaruyung Palace is one of the interesting tourist attractions in West Sumatra. Not surprisingly, this building attracts both domestic and foreign tourists. The athletes were welcomed to eat Bajamba or eat together at the Pagaruyung Basa Palace Museum on June 9, 2014. They were greeted with Minang dances and then dressed in a typical West Sumatran-style sarong before entering the palace.


Okay, I think the discussion is over, thank you for visiting our blog. And have read articles about Pagaruyung Palace: Palace Facts West Sumatra, Indonesia. Hopefully, it will be useful for Indonesian netizens, especially Netizen +1 who are curious about this destination, and this destination is also highly recommended for those of you who are in West Sumatra, precisely in the high hill area, don't forget to stop by this unique icon okay. In addition, the beach can also be used as a vacation spot for someone who likes to enjoy how beautiful the beach is with strong sea breezes. Also, check out articles about lakes that must be visited in North Sumatra and beaches worth visiting. Learn more, and  Find Tourism and Culinary In Indonesia.